Sustainability Council Committee - June 4, 2026

The City of Santa Barbara Sustainability Council Committee met on June 4, 2026, to discuss enhancements to the committee's structure and the ongoing Waterfront Adaptation Plan. Key procurement-related topics included the proposal to formalize the committee's purpose and purview through a resolution, potentially integrating budget work sessions and capital improvement planning with a climate overlay. The committee considered creating a climate and resilience cabinet composed of city leadership to improve cross-departmental coordination and decision-making. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were made, but the discussion emphasized the need for clear referral criteria for projects and coordination with other boards and commissions. The Waterfront Adaptation Plan, a grant-funded initiative addressing coastal flooding and erosion, was presented with extensive community engagement results. The plan includes potential infrastructure projects such as an elevated walking and biking path, parking garage considerations, and nature-based solutions. While no procurement decisions were finalized, the committee highlighted the importance of funding strategies and feasibility studies to be developed by the end of 2027. The meeting concluded with a motion to revisit the committee structure in August for further discussion.